University of Mississippi High School

The University of Mississippi High School is an accredited, comprehensive, online high school operated by the Office of Pre-College Programs in the Division of Outreach and Continuing Education at the University of Mississippi. It offers online classes for students in grades 7 through 12, allowing students to earn high school Carnegie units, dual credit through the university, and a high school diploma from anywhere in the United States or the world.[1]

University of Mississippi High School
Address
PO Box 1848 University , Mississippi 38677 United States
Information
Other name	UMHS
Former name	UM Independent Study High School
School type	Private, Online
Founded	2003
CEEB code	253069
Faculty	30
Grades	7 - 12
Enrollment	301
International students	2%
Student to teacher ratio	10:1
Classes offered	Special Needs Accessible, College Prep, Advanced Placement, Dual Credit
Schedule type	Asynchronous
Accreditation	AdvancED-SACS, NCAA
Affiliation	MAIS, ADEIL
Clubs	National Honor Society
Graduation Rate	95.3%
Website	http://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/umhs/index.html

History

The University of Mississippi High School was created in the Division of Outreach as The University of Mississippi Independent Study High School in 2003 as an alternative program to the traditional paper-based correspondence program, going completely online by 2008. Over time, UMHS added core and elective classes to its course offerings. In 2010, UMHS received AdvancED-SACS accreditation, and in 2013 held its first face-to-face graduation ceremony. In 2014, the school changed its name to The University of Mississippi High School.

Today

The University of Mississippi High School is an online school that delivers courses asynchronously in the style and format similar to university online courses. Using the online format, students and teachers can access and participate in courses at any time: weekends, holidays, etc. And because the courses are asynchronous, there are no registration deadlines, meaning that students can complete their studies at their own pace. The school welcomes non-traditional students, including homeschool students and adult learners.[1][2]

Courses are available to meet the needs of a wide variety of learners, including the following: low-enrollment courses, interest-specific electives, college-remedial courses, courses for special needs students, courses for the adult learner, and advanced level courses. Dual enrollment credit is available through the University of Mississippi for qualified students. With courses in Art History, Mythology, Mississippi Writers, African-American Literature, and World Religions, the school offers an interesting array of classes in its college prep curriculum.[3]

Mission and Vision

The University of Mississippi High School's mission is to provide students with an accredited quality education in a flexible, online environment. Its dedicated and innovative faculty supports students through a rigorous curriculum that accommodates students of all backgrounds. The stated vision of the school is to lead in twenty-first century education by educating, challenging, encouraging, and preparing students for their futures in college, career, and community.[1]

Accreditation and Awards

Consistently listed among the 50 Best Online High School Diplomas, the University of Mississippi High School is a member of the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools (MAIS), and is fully accredited by AdvancED - Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). Additionally, the school's core courses are approved by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). The school is also a member of the Association for Distance Education and Independent Learning (ADEIL), and its Advanced Placement World History course is the 2018 ADEIL High School Course Award Winner.[3][4][5][6][7]

References

1. "The University of Mississippi Division of Outreach and Continuing Education - UM High School". www.outreach.olemiss.edu. Retrieved 2019-04-24.
2. "University of Mississippi High School At Home". Homeschooling Almanac. 2016-08-17. Retrieved 2019-04-24.
3. Staff, T. B. S. (2014-07-13). "The 50 Best Online High School Diplomas". TheBestSchools.org. Retrieved 2019-04-24.
4. "MAIS Website". newsite.msais.org. Retrieved 2019-04-24.
5. "AdvancED |". www.advanc-ed.org. Retrieved 2019-04-24.
6. "NCAA.org - The Official Site of the NCAA". NCAA.org - The Official Site of the NCAA. Retrieved 2019-04-24.
7. "Home - Association for Distance Education and Independent Learning". Association for Distance Education and Independent Learning (ADEIL). Retrieved 2019-04-24.